Fall planting season is right around the corner, and if you want to attract deer when it matters most, now is the time to start planning.
Brassicas have become one of the most dependable options for fall food plots because they can provide quality forage early, then continue offering food deeper into the season. A good plot should not just look nice after planting. It should help create attraction when deer need a reliable food source later in the fall and winter.
At TnT Seed Company, two of our top options for fall planting are Brassica Overload and Fast Forage. Both are built to produce exceptional forage, but each mix serves a slightly different purpose.
Why Plant Brassicas in Fall?
Brassicas are a great choice for fall planting thanks to their rapid growth, high-quality leafy forage, and ability to produce large bulbs and tubers depending on the variety. Many brassicas can provide abundant forage in as little as 45–60 days, making them ideal for fall food plots. As temperatures cool, the forage becomes sweeter and remains highly attractive well into the late season.
That is what makes brassica mixes so valuable. They can help create a dependable food source going into hunting season and winter when deer are searching for quality nutrition.
The goal is simple: plant something deer want to use early, but also something that can keep pulling them back when the weather starts to shift.
Brassica Overload: A Five-Brassica Blend Built for Fall Performance
Brassica Overload is TnT Seed Company’s proprietary five-brassica blend designed for full season performance. It establishes fast, produces TONS of forage (Literally), and delivers attraction from early fall through winter. This mix is built with leafy green forage early, followed by bulbs and tubers later in the season.
Brassica Overload is a strong fit for anyone who wants a true brassica mix built for deer attraction. It is cold-hardy, designed to handle heavy grazing pressure, and made for dependable late-season performance.
Best for:
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Fall food plots
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Late-season deer attraction
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Cold-hardy forage
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Heavy grazing pressure
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Leafy forage early
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Bulbs and tubers later
Planting details:
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Seed Type: Annual
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Seeding Rate: 6 to 8 lbs per acre
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Planting Time: Summer to early fall
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Planting Method: Broadcast or drill
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Sunlight: Full sun (can handle partial sun to an extent)
Brassica Overload is the mix to look at when you want a focused brassica seed option built for fall attraction and winter performance.
Fast Forage: A Quick-Growing Mix for Deer and Turkeys
Fast Forage is TnT’s fastest-growing annual mix. It is a quick-establishing blend of cereal grains, peas, and brassicas designed for spring or fall planting. It creates an attractive food source for deer and turkeys and works in full-size plots, Kill Plots and backwoods clearings. Fast Forage grows in a wide range of soil types, including sandier soils where many mixes struggle.
This is the mix for anyone who needs growth fast. Maybe the plot got overlooked. Maybe the soil is tougher. Maybe time is limited. Fast Forage gives you a dependable option when you still want quality attraction without overcomplicating the plan.
Best for:
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Limited Time, last second plots
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Deer and turkey attraction
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Overlooked areas
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Backwoods clearings
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Tougher soil conditions
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Spring or fall planting
Planting details:
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Seed Type: Annual
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Seeding Rate: 22 to 30 lbs per acre
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Planting Time: Spring or summer to early fall
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Planting Method: Broadcast or drill
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Sunlight: Full sun is best, but it can tolerate partial sun
Fast Forage is not just a fallback option. It is a practical annual mix for landowners who need fast growth, dependable attraction, and flexibility.
Brassica Overload vs. Fast Forage: Which Mix Should You Choose?
Choosing the right seed depends on your goals.
Choose Brassica Overload if you want a true brassica mix built for fall attraction, cold-hardiness, heavy forage production, and late-season draw.
Choose Fast Forage if you want a faster-growing annual mix that includes brassicas, cereal grains, and peas for quick establishment, deer and turkey attraction, and better flexibility in tougher soil conditions.
Here’s the simple version:
| Goal | Best TnT Mix |
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| Late-season deer attraction | Brassica Overload |
| True brassica mix | Brassica Overload |
| Fastest-growing annual mix | Fast Forage |
| Tougher soil conditions | Fast Forage |
| Deer and turkey attraction | Fast Forage |
When Should You Plant Brassicas?
For fall plots, planting season is coming up soon. Brassica Overload is recommended for late summer to early fall, while Fast Forage can be planted in spring or summer to early fall.
Success starts before seed hits the ground. For new plots, TnT recommends planning 2 to 4+ weeks before planting, depending on your site prep method. That gives you time to handle existing vegetation, prep the seedbed, and make sure your seed has the soil contact it needs.
Waiting until the last minute can limit your options. Getting your plan together early gives your plot a better shot at strong growth when the planting window arrives.
Start Planning Your Fall Food Plots Now
If you are serious about building better food plots for deer this fall, now is the time to get your seed ordered and your ground ready.
Brassica Overload gives you a cold-hardy, five-brassica blend built for fall attraction and late-season performance. Fast Forage gives you a quick-growing annual mix that works well when time is tight, soils are tougher, or you want a flexible option for deer and turkeys.
Both are built to help you do the same thing: transform your land with dependable seed that works when it matters.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Brassica Mixes
What are brassicas for food plots?
Brassicas are commonly used in fall food plots because they can produce leafy forage early and, depending on the blend, bulbs or tubers later in the season. As temperatures cool, brassicas naturally sweeten, which can help improve attraction for deer.
Are brassicas good for deer?
Yes. Brassicas can be a strong option for deer because they provide quality forage and can help create late-season attraction when deer need dependable food sources.
When should I plant brassicas?
Brassica Overload is recommended for late summer to early fall planting. Fast Forage can be planted in spring or summer to early fall, depending on your goals.
What is the best brassica mix for deer?
For a true brassica mix, Brassica Overload is a strong option because it is a five-brassica blend designed for early leafy forage, bulbs and tubers later, cold-hardiness, and late-season draw.
What is the fastest-growing food plot mix from TnT Seed Company?
Fast Forage is TnT Seed Company’s fastest-growing annual mix. It is built for quick establishment, deer and turkey attraction, fall plantings, spring green-up, and tougher soil conditions.
Can I broadcast brassica seed?
Yes. Both Brassica Overload and Fast Forage can be broadcast or drilled. Good seed-to-soil contact is still important for better results.
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